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F326 RJH

1989 Bedford Rascal

Grey Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests33 (20 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate60.6%

Mileage

48,606 mi
Last recorded48,606 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF326 RJH
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 13 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 48,606 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 48,197 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 48,197 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 48,188 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 47,492 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

fuel rubber hose perrishing

Fail 16 Jun 2023 47,486 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

fuel rubber hose perrishing

Fail 26 May 2023 47,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front old rubber fuel lines slightly perishing

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2022 47,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 46,870 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 46,870 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 46,662 miles

nearside front inner wheel arch advanced corrosion

Fail 28 May 2020 46,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside front inner wheel arch advanced corrosion

Pass 7 May 2019 46,219 miles

Offside Front tyre perrishing

advanced corrosion nearside wheel arch

Pass 8 May 2018 45,714 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 45,345 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 44,787 miles

Nearside Front flexi brake hose perishing

Nearside Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Offside Front flexi brake hose perishing

Offside Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 27 Apr 2016 44,777 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front flexi brake hose perishing

Nearside Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Offside Front flexi brake hose perishing

Offside Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 28 Apr 2015 44,249 miles

advanced corrision o/s/f n/s/f lower floor/wheel arches

Fail 27 Apr 2015 44,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

advanced corrision o/s/f n/s/f lower floor/wheel arches

Pass 29 Apr 2014 43,822 miles

o/s/f advanced corrosion on wheel arch / step

Fail 24 Apr 2014 43,812 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/f advanced corrosion on wheel arch / step

Fail 25 Apr 2013 43,471 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

advanced corrosion o/s/f < on step>

Pass 25 Apr 2013 43,471 miles

advanced corrosion o/s/f < on step>

Pass 26 Apr 2012 43,299 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 43,290 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 42,967 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,729 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 24 Apr 2009 42,416 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 41,931 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 41,502 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 41,502 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 40,691 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 40,691 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Bedford Rascal?

Based on 15,670 MOT tests across 1,845 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,066
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,021
fog lamp not working 778
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 591
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 491
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F326 RJH is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in Grey with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.6%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 61,239 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bedford Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,021 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F326 RJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F326 RJH registered?

F326 RJH is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 16 March 1989.

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